My story
A warm welcome to you… If you’re thinking about giving counselling a try, I want you to know you’re not alone, and it really can make a difference.
If you’re going to share your problems with me, I feel it’s only fair I share some of my story with you, so you know a little about me and my background.
As a nurse, and as a divorced, single mum, I was used to being the one who holds things together. I showed up for others every day – with compassion, strength, and a calm, happy face – even when inside, I felt like I was falling apart.
There was a time in my life when everything just felt TOO much. I was exhausted, emotionally stretched, but I kept telling myself to keep pushing through – that I should be able to handle it, and this was just a rough patch. But the truth is, I was struggling.
Eventually, I reached a point where I knew I couldn’t keep carrying it all alone. That’s when I turned to counselling. It was one of the hardest, and most healing things I’ve ever done for myself. In that space, I finally let the mask slip. I slowly began to untangle the weight of old wounds,self-doubt, and the pressure to always be “okay”.
Counselling didn’t magically erase all my struggles. It didn’t “fix” everything overnight, but it empowered me. It gave me tools, clarity, and a renewed sense of strength. I felt lighter, more grounded, and more in tune with what I needed – not just as a nurse and a mum, but as a person.
It helped me reconnect with myself, find strength in vulnerability, and remember that I am worthy of care, too.
That journey changed my life – and it’s a big part of why I’m so passionate about what I do now. I know what it’s like to feel lost, overwhelmed, or alone. I also know how powerful it is to feel truly seen and supported.
I have experience of working in the military, healthcare and corporate management, but I consider my personal life experience to be just as important as my professional qualifications. I have lived through a bit of everything – moments that broke me and others that built me, wins and wounds, and all have taught me something.
It would mean a lot to support you through whatever you’re facing. I would feel privileged to walk alongside you as your counsellor.
